„Intelligence by design“ (#52)

Made in Science - The official podcast of the University of Stuttgart

Episode 52 of the Made in Science – The official podcast of the University of Stuttgart podcast, hosted by Universität Stuttgart, titled "„Intelligence by design“ (#52)" was published on September 9, 2025 and runs 32 minutes.

September 9, 2025 ·32m · Made in Science – The official podcast of the University of Stuttgart

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What if machines could learn from the softness of human skin? In this episode of Made in Science, we talk to Junior Professor Aniket Pal from the Institute of Applied Mechanics at the University of Stuttgart. He leads a cutting-edge research group exploring soft robotics – machines made entirely of soft materials like rubber or polymers. Pal shares how his Emmy Noether-funded research bridges fundamental science and future applications: from shape-shifting soft actuators to smart catheters for MRI procedures. We discuss how artificial intelligence can help control machines with “infinite degrees of freedom” and why real innovation needs time, patience, and the courage to explore the unknown. Whether you're curious about the future of robotics, interdisciplinary research, or how to get started as a PhD student in Germany – this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now to find out why insight must precede application.

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What if machines could learn from the softness of human skin? In this episode of Made in Science, we talk to Junior Professor Aniket Pal from the Institute of Applied Mechanics at the University of Stuttgart. He leads a cutting-edge research group exploring soft robotics – machines made entirely of soft materials like rubber or polymers. Pal shares how his Emmy Noether-funded research bridges fundamental science and future applications: from shape-shifting soft actuators to smart catheters for MRI procedures. We discuss how artificial intelligence can help control machines with “infinite degrees of freedom” and why real innovation needs time, patience, and the courage to explore the unknown. Whether you're curious about the future of robotics, interdisciplinary research, or how to get started as a PhD student in Germany – this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now to find out why insight must precede application.

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